How to get from Recife, PE to São José do Rio Preto, SP

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What is the best way to travel from Recife, PE to São José do Rio Preto, SP?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses and Flights for the journey to São José do Rio Preto, SP from Recife, PE. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
50h 49m
$112
$165
12
Flight
5h 30m
$161
$337
68

What is the cheapest way to reach São José do Rio Preto, SP from Recife, PE?

You can get to São José do Rio Preto, SP with just $112 by taking a Bus from Gontijo, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Saturday
from $112
Sunday
from $120
Monday
from $188
Tuesday
from $130
Wednesday
from $177
Thursday
from $161
Friday
from $147

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • Gontijo
    50h 53m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    5:53 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Gontijo
    Economy
    $112
  • Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • LATAM Brasil
    16h 35m
    0
    4:30 PM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    9:05 AM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from $563
  • Azul
    20h 15m
    0
    12:50 PM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    9:05 AM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $572
  • LATAM Brasil
    17h 30m
    0
    4:30 PM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    10:00 AM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from $588
  • Azul
    12h 30m
    0
    8:35 PM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    9:05 AM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $590
  • Gol Linhas Aéreas
    13h 5m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    9:05 AM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    0
    Gol Linhas Aéreas
    Economy
    from $593

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • Gontijo
    50h 53m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    5:53 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Gontijo
    Economy
    $120

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • Gontijo
    50h 53m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    5:53 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Gontijo
    Economy
    $188

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • Gontijo
    50h 53m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    5:53 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Gontijo
    Economy
    $130

    Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • Gol Linhas Aéreas
    9h 35m
    0
    2:45 AM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    12:20 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    0
    Gol Linhas Aéreas
    Economy
    from $177
  • Gol Linhas Aéreas
    6h 30m
    0
    5:50 AM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    12:20 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    0
    Gol Linhas Aéreas
    Economy
    from $177
  • Azul
    9h 10m
    0
    3:20 AM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    12:30 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $446
  • Azul
    10h 20m
    0
    2:10 AM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    12:30 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $477
  • LAN Airlines
    5h 30m
    0
    2:40 AM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    8:10 AM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    0
    LAN Airlines
    Economy
    from $514
  • Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • Gontijo
    50h 53m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    5:53 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Gontijo
    Basic
    $188
  • Gontijo
    50h 49m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    5:49 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Gontijo
    Basic
    $194
  • Gontijo
    56h 37m
    0
    3:30 PM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    12:07 AM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Gontijo
    Basic
    $203

    Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • Gol Linhas Aéreas
    29h 30m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    5:00 AM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    0
    Gol Linhas Aéreas
    Economy
    from $161
  • Azul
    5h 50m
    0
    3:15 AM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    9:05 AM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $162
  • Azul
    6h 15m
    0
    8:55 AM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    3:10 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $185
  • LATAM Brasil
    5h 30m
    0
    2:40 AM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    8:10 AM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from $215
  • LATAM Brasil
    13h 25m
    0
    6:45 PM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    8:10 AM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from $226
  • Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • Gontijo
    50h 53m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    5:53 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Gontijo
    Economy
    $207

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • Gontijo
    58h 51m
    0
    6:30 PM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    5:21 AM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Gontijo
    Basic
    $147
  • Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Azul
    7h 20m
    0
    1:45 AM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    9:05 AM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $184
  • Azul
    5h 50m
    0
    3:15 AM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    9:05 AM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $184
  • Gol Linhas Aéreas
    9h 35m
    0
    2:45 AM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    12:20 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    0
    Gol Linhas Aéreas
    Economy
    from $208
  • Gol Linhas Aéreas
    6h 30m
    0
    5:50 AM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    12:20 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    0
    Gol Linhas Aéreas
    Economy
    from $208
  • LATAM Brasil
    7h 20m
    0
    11:25 AM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    6:45 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from $318

What are the fastest trips from Recife, PE to São José do Rio Preto, SP?

You can get to São José do Rio Preto, SP from Recife, PE in just 5h 30m with a Flight from LAN Airlines. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Saturday
from 12h 30m
Sunday
from 50h 53m
Monday
from 50h 53m
Tuesday
from 50h 53m
Wednesday
from 5h 30m
Thursday
from 5h 30m
Friday
from 5h 50m

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • Azul
    12h 30m
    0
    8:35 PM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    9:05 AM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $590
  • Gol Linhas Aéreas
    13h 5m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    9:05 AM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    0
    Gol Linhas Aéreas
    Economy
    from $593
  • LATAM Brasil
    16h 35m
    0
    4:30 PM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    9:05 AM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from $563
  • LATAM Brasil
    17h 30m
    0
    4:30 PM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    10:00 AM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from $588
  • Azul
    20h 15m
    0
    12:50 PM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    9:05 AM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $572
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • Gontijo
    50h 53m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    5:53 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Gontijo
    Economy
    $112

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • Gontijo
    50h 53m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    5:53 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Gontijo
    Economy
    $120

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • Gontijo
    50h 53m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    5:53 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Gontijo
    Economy
    $188

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • Gontijo
    50h 53m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    5:53 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Gontijo
    Economy
    $130

    Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • LAN Airlines
    5h 30m
    0
    2:40 AM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    8:10 AM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    0
    LAN Airlines
    Economy
    from $514
  • Gol Linhas Aéreas
    6h 30m
    0
    5:50 AM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    12:20 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    0
    Gol Linhas Aéreas
    Economy
    from $177
  • Azul
    9h 10m
    0
    3:20 AM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    12:30 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $446
  • Gol Linhas Aéreas
    9h 35m
    0
    2:45 AM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    12:20 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    0
    Gol Linhas Aéreas
    Economy
    from $177
  • Azul
    10h 20m
    0
    2:10 AM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    12:30 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $477
  • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • Gontijo
    50h 49m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    5:49 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Gontijo
    Basic
    $194
  • Gontijo
    50h 53m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    5:53 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Gontijo
    Basic
    $188
  • Gontijo
    56h 37m
    0
    3:30 PM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    12:07 AM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Gontijo
    Basic
    $203

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • LATAM Brasil
    5h 30m
    0
    2:40 AM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    8:10 AM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from $215
  • Azul
    5h 50m
    0
    3:15 AM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    9:05 AM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $162
  • Azul
    6h 15m
    0
    8:55 AM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    3:10 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $185
  • LATAM Brasil
    13h 25m
    0
    6:45 PM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    8:10 AM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from $226
  • Gol Linhas Aéreas
    29h 30m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    5:00 AM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    0
    Gol Linhas Aéreas
    Economy
    from $161
  • Fastest Buses Thursday

  • Gontijo
    50h 53m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    5:53 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Gontijo
    Economy
    $207

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • Azul
    5h 50m
    0
    3:15 AM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    9:05 AM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $184
  • Gol Linhas Aéreas
    6h 30m
    0
    5:50 AM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    12:20 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    0
    Gol Linhas Aéreas
    Economy
    from $208
  • Azul
    7h 20m
    0
    1:45 AM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    9:05 AM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $184
  • LATAM Brasil
    7h 20m
    0
    11:25 AM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    6:45 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from $318
  • Gol Linhas Aéreas
    9h 35m
    0
    2:45 AM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    12:20 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    0
    Gol Linhas Aéreas
    Economy
    from $208
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • Gontijo
    58h 51m
    0
    6:30 PM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    5:21 AM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Gontijo
    Basic
    $147
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Recife, PE to São José do Rio Preto, SP

What are the most popular stations in Recife, PE and São José do Rio Preto, SP?

In Recife, PE, you will usually depart from Central Bus Station (TIP), Dantas Barreto or São José, while in São José do Rio Preto, SP you will be arriving at Central Bus Station, Cometa VIP Room or Itamarati VIP Room, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to São José do Rio Preto, SP from Recife, PE? With 6 connections between 1 Bus and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Recife, PE and São José do Rio Preto, SP, you can pay as low as $112 with a Bus from Gontijo.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from LAN Airlines: you will get to São José do Rio Preto, SP in just 5h 30m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Recife, PE and São José do Rio Preto, SP are Gontijo, Azul and Gol Linhas Aéreas, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Recife, PE and São José do Rio Preto, SP is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Olinda or to São José do Rio Preto Airport, and look at flights from Recife Airport, and landing at São José do Rio Preto Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Recife, PE to São José do Rio Preto, SP?

The most popular companies between Recife, PE and São José do Rio Preto, SP, are Gontijo, Azul and Gol Linhas Aéreas. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: Gontijo

Airlines: Azul, Gol Linhas Aéreas, LATAM Brasil and 1 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Recife, PE to São José do Rio Preto, SP

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Recife, PE to São José do Rio Preto, SP. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Recife, PE to São José do Rio Preto, SP

How can I reach São José do Rio Preto, SP from Recife, PE?

Every day, there are on average 6 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to São José do Rio Preto, SP from Recife, PE.

How far is São José do Rio Preto, SP from Recife, PE?

The distance between Recife, PE and São José do Rio Preto, SP is 1,308.2 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Recife, PE and São José do Rio Preto, SP?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 57 kgs of CO2, a train 74 kgs, a car 358 kgs, and a flight 518 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Recife, PE to São José do Rio Preto, SP?

You can get to São José do Rio Preto, SP with just $112 by taking a Bus from Gontijo.

What is the fastest way to get from Recife, PE to São José do Rio Preto, SP?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to São José do Rio Preto, SP in just 5h 30m with a Flight from LAN Airlines.

More routes to Recife, PE and to São José do Rio Preto, SP

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Recife, PE and to São José do Rio Preto, SP. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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